Merryoaks Community Hall

As we head towards the end of the school holidays, it’s time to think about the new activities that we might take up for both our children and ourselves in the autumn.

There are all sorts of things you can do at Merryoaks Community Hall. -

Playgroup, Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, cardio, boot camp, weights, karate, kids archery, Carumba, kundalini

Quilting, crafts, crochet, book club, art, ukulele, folk band, orchestra, keyboards, talk groups, companionship café

Too many to list properly here…

What are you interested in doing? Let us know, see if there is a group for you. Or drop into our next coffee morning (that’s one I missed) on Saturday September 5th, 11am. You can meet up with neighbours and Hall volunteers to find out what is happening. At the same time you can bring along your small electricals for safety testing by the PATmen, and Vanny the econ van from Ecologico will be there so you can stock up with your cupboard essentials in your own jars and boxes.

We love to hear from you so message us about what you are interested in doing and we will see if we can match you up with the right class. Or call in, we are generally open 9-5 (but please check before travelling, especially during the school holidays when not so many volunteers are available) - see, there is another one- become a hall volunteer, it’s a really good way to meet people and help your community.

And don’t forget we have lots of primary school uniform FREE,

And finally… it’s time for a little summer break from fitness classes at Merryoaks Community Hall! ☀️💪

We’re officially signing off until Tuesday 1st September! 🙌

Enjoy your well earned break from me 🤣 I promise I’ll be back ready to put you through your paces very soon! 💪😂

Enjoy the rest of your summer and most importantly… enjoy the rest! ❤️

I’ll see you all refreshed and raring to go in September! 💪🔥

Leanne x

Tea, cake and chat this afternoon 20th August at 3pm

Come along for the cake and go home with lots of (mainly primary age) school uniform

Or come for the uniform and have a chat while you are here. Either way we just want you to visit the Hall.

Two great new classes starting at Merryoaks Community Hall in September- MERRY UKES, an absolute beginner Ukulele group, and THE MERRYFOLK BAND, folk workshop for singers and players. Both groups are led by Ian McKone, a fantastic local musician well known for his teaching, folk groups and performances.

All the details you need are on the posters.

🌈 NEW PLAYGROUP COMING TO MERRYOAKS COMMUNITY HALL! 🌈

We’re so excited to be launching our brand-new Playgroup for Pre-School Children! 🧸🎨

Come along for a fun, friendly morning where little ones can play, learn, explore and make new friends, while adults enjoy a cuppa and a chat.

🗓 Starting: Monday 14th September
📍 Then: Every other Monday (fortnightly)
🕥 Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm
💷 Cost: £2 per session
📍 Venue: Merryoaks Community Hall, Park House Road, Durham, DH1 3QF

Each session will include:
🧩 Play activities
🎨 Crafts
🤝 Social time
☕ Refreshments available

Whether you’re looking to meet other local families or simply give your little one a fun morning of play, we’d love to welcome you!

Children must be accompanied by a parent, carer or guardian for the duration of the session.

📲 Please help us spread the word by liking, sharing and tagging friends who have pre-school children. We can’t wait to welcome you all! 💜

If you have any thoughts as to what you would like the City of Durham Parish Council to do over the next year then please let them know! The consultation is out with 30 September deadline. You can do this online but there are hard copies at Merryoaks Community Hall as well. Whichever way you choose, let them have your views - it might be something important that no one else has suggested, or it could reinforce what other people are saying.

City of Durham Parish Council says:

We absolutely love a few before and afters of our work as a Council ❤️❤️

📣 HAVE YOUR SAY – WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

The City of Durham Parish Council is asking residents to tell us what matters most to you and what you would like us to focus on over the coming year.

From protecting our local environment - including our green belt and Nature Reserves- to planning, events, supporting community centres and other services we provide, this is your opportunity to help shape our priorities for the future.

🏡 If you live in the City of Durham parish area, please take a few minutes to complete our public consultation today.

👉 Complete the consultation here:
https://cityofdurham-pc.gov.uk/have-your-say-on-the-parish-councils-work-over-the-next-year/

📅 Closing date: 30 September 2026

We want to hear from as many residents as possible, so please share this post with your friends, family and neighbours who live in the parish.

Tell us where you want the Parish Council to focus its time and resources.

💬 Your parish. Your community. Your say.

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